Topic of the Month (May 2024)
Each month a relevant topic and several sub-topics are covered in detail. For the Topic of the Month, content following a common thread is developed by BUILD UP Editorial Board in collaboration with the Board of Ambassadors and other relevant experts in the field. This includes producing articles, case studies, webinars and more, all in line with the specific topic selected. Relevant events are also identified and highlighted.
Topics of the Month are announced at the end of the previous month in our website and newsletter. Please write us if you wish to know more about our upcoming topics of the month.
This month, the ToM is "Circular construction for a sustainable building sector". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Bio-based and low carbon materials
- Life cycle analysis
- Circular economy principles
and more!
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Expertos y autoridades se reúnen en Madrid para trazar la hoja de ruta hacia la descarbonización del sector de la edificación. Tecnología, eficiencia y electrificación se consolidan como pilares clave para transformar los edificios en agentes activos de sostenibilidad urbana.
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Over 50 delegates took part to Rehouse General Assembly, including REHOUSE project partners from France, Germany, Greece, Poland, Spain, Switzerland, Hungary and representatives of the Italian partners involved in the energy requalification of a social building owned by ARCA Capitanata in the municipality of Margherita di Savoia.
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Sustainability in the built environment is emerging as a strategic pillar in response to the global challenges of climate change, rapid urbanisation, and the depletion of natural resources.
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Modular steel buildings are emerging as a transformative force in sustainable construction. A recent study published in the International Journal of Sustainable Engineering highlights their potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions and reshape the future of the built environment.
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Mineral nanotechnology in concrete waterproofing supports the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive's 2050 decarbonisation goal by improving durability, reducing maintenance needs, and lowering energy consumption in building upkeep and repairs.
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The latest Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction reveals both progress and challenges in the sector’s journey towards sustainability. While global initiatives are gaining momentum, the industry remains a major contributor to carbon emissions, demanding urgent action.
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A groundbreaking study explores the potential of zeolite and AI-driven initiatives in sustainable construction, aiming to integrate both technologies for net-zero and climate-adaptive buildings.
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The new IRENA's report reveals that a fundamental transformation is needed in how we design, construct, and rehabilitate buildings. It calls for urgent and coordinated action to meet climate goals and accelerate the transition to a more sustainable built environment.
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The European Union’s buildings directive is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to provide people with safe, healthy and energy-efficient buildings.
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Mission Zero Technologies has inaugurated the UK's second DAC plant in Norfolk, marking a significant step towards sustainable construction. This facility captures CO₂ and converts it into Manufactured Lime Stone (M-LS), using three to five times less energy than traditional DAC methods.
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